Michigan - Detroit

Henry Ford Estate

Visitors to Detroit can tour the family home of renowned automotive pioneer Henry Ford and his wife, Clara, in Dearborn. The estate is a National Historic Landmark that is now part of the campus of the University of Michigan. The Fords lived on the estate, designed by Jens Jensen,  from 1915 until they died in 1947 and 1950 respectively. The 56-room stone mansion features elaborately-carved woodwork and contains many personal artefacts. Also on site is Ford’s personal garage and car collection and magnificent gardens featuring waterscapes.

Address: 4901 Evergreen Road;

Telephone: (313) 593 5590;

Website: www.henryfordestate.com;

Opening time: Guided tours Monday to Saturday 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm (April to December); Monday to Friday 1.30pm (January to March). Sundays every half hour from 1pm to 4.30pm (year round)